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Mercedes G Class vs Genesis G70 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Genesis G70?

Mercedes G Class vs Genesis G70: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • considerably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Genesis G70

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Genesis G70 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 68,036 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Genesis G70 uses 6.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G Class offers considerably more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 724 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 is clearly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 758 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries noticeably more – 715 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 263 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £106,600
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Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
-
Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G Class have?

The Mercedes G Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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